What is hackX?
hackX 11.0 is Sri Lanka's premier inter-university startup challenge, organized by the Industrial Management Science Students' Association at the Department of Industrial Management, University of Kelaniya.
hackX provides a platform for undergraduate students to work in teams and transform real-world problems into innovative solutions with startup potential. Whether it is a product, service, or technology-driven solution, participants will receive guidance, mentorship, and industry exposure through multiple phases of the competition to help develop, validate, and refine their ideas into viable business ventures.
Editions
More Than a Decade of Innovation
Universities
Represented Nationwide
Teams Participating
Registered in 2025
Recap of hackX National Hackathon Series 2025
Who Can Compete
Go Solo or Build a Team
Participate individually or form a team of two to five members. All team members must be currently enrolled undergraduates from the same university or higher education institute.
Your Idea
Present an innovative startup idea, product, service, or solution that addresses a real-world problem or creates meaningful value. Your idea should demonstrate originality, practical potential, and the ability to grow into a sustainable venture.
Start Your Journey
Participation is completely free with no registration fees or prerequisites. Simply sign up, submit your proposal, and let your idea do the talking.
Your Journey
Every great venture starts somewhere.
Yours starts here.
hackX 11.0 Awards
Celebrating innovation with remarkable rewards and opportunities for the next generation of entrepreneurs.
Champions
First Runners-Up
Second Runners-Up
Expert mentorship · Industry networking opportunities · National recognition · Investor exposure · Startup development support
Moments of Innovation
Experience the highlights, energy, and unforgettable moments that have defined hackX 10.0 last year.
Opening Ceremony
Kicking off a day of innovation
Networking Moments
Building connections beyond the competition
Focused Audience
Engaged minds absorbing every presentation
Team Showcase
Confident innovators ready to make an impact
Expert Deliberation
Judges evaluating ideas with insight
Opening Ceremony
Kicking off a day of innovation
Networking Moments
Building connections beyond the competition
Focused Audience
Engaged minds absorbing every presentation
Team Showcase
Confident innovators ready to make an impact
Expert Deliberation
Judges evaluating ideas with insight
Prize Presentation
Celebrating innovation and outstanding achievement
Official Merchandise
A memory to wear beyond the event
The Team
The team behind hackX National Hackathon Series 2025
Every name on that list started with one idea. What is yours?
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Who can register for hackX 11.0?
hackX is open to undergraduate students from recognized universities and higher education institutions in Sri Lanka.
How many people can be in a team?
Is there a registration fee?
Do I need a finished product to register?
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Can students from non-tech faculties participate?
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